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Cornflower

#609EFB

A balanced, vivid cornflower — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX
609EFB
RGB
96, 158, 251
HSL
216, 95%, 68%
HSB
216, 62%, 98%
CMYK
62, 37, 0, 2
LAB
64, 1, -53
LCH
64, 53, 271
OKLCH
0.70, 0.15, 258
XYZ
34, 34, 96
LUV
64, -27, -84
HWB
216, 38%, 2%
Pantone
311 C

Harmonies

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Shades & tints

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